Slippery Rock University

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution. 

Submission of official transcripts (undergraduate and any graduate) is required. 

Minimum GPA requirement: Many programs require at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale; some allow conditional admission if the GPA is lower. 

Program-specific prerequisites: Some graduate programs demand that certain prerequisite courses be completed within the past 5 years (e.g. Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, Chemistry) with grades of C or better. 

Letters of recommendation (often 2) are required for certain programs. 

Application fee is required (amount varies, often ~USD 25). 

Some programs require or recommend standardized test scores (GRE, GMAT, MAT), especially if undergraduate GPA is low. 

For international graduate applicants:

  • Official, English-translated transcripts and credentials must be submitted. 

  • English proficiency test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo) is required unless exemption. 

Some specialized graduate programs use centralized application systems (e.g. ATCAS for Athletic Training). 

Deadlines and entry terms vary by program; applicants should refer to each department’s schedule.